And a Happy New Year to all the people working at GamesKeeper stores!
Seattle Post-Intelligencer: AP - Business
"RENTON, Wash. -- Wizards of the Coast Inc., the manufacturer of trading card games and role-playing games, will close its chain of 64 retail stores in 15 states.
"Wizards, a subsidiary of Hasbro Inc., announced Sunday that the closure of its Wizards of the Coast and The Game Keeper stores will allow it to focus on its core business of game design.
"Wizards' games, which include 'Magic: The Gathering' and 'Dungeons & Dragons,' are among the biggest brands in the hobby game industry.
"The company has retained Gordon Brothers Group LLC of Boston to assist with the closures, which should be completed in about 60 days.
"Wizards was founded in Renton in 1990 and acquired by Hasbro in 1999."
Wednesday, December 31, 2003
Monday, December 29, 2003
The Who's Townshend Mulled Suicide Over Child Porn
Pete Townshend Mulled Suicide Over Child Porn
"LONDON (Reuters) - British rock legend Pete Townshend (news) contemplated suicide during a police inquiry into his use of child pornography, he said in an interview published on Sunday.
"The 58-year-old guitarist from the Who was arrested in January during a high-profile crackdown on Internet child porn and was formally cautioned in May after a four-month investigation. "
"LONDON (Reuters) - British rock legend Pete Townshend (news) contemplated suicide during a police inquiry into his use of child pornography, he said in an interview published on Sunday.
"The 58-year-old guitarist from the Who was arrested in January during a high-profile crackdown on Internet child porn and was formally cautioned in May after a four-month investigation. "
Tuesday, December 23, 2003
Neil Gaiman's Christmas Discovery
Neil Gaiman
"Spent much of this afternoon playing with a small child and her nativity set. Present at the Virgin Birth, I learned, in addition to a mummy a daddy and a baby, were some cattle, three wise men (one of whom was, I was confidently informed, carrying chicken salad back from the shops), a one-eyed polystyrene snowman, and Cruella DeVille.
"I had not known this previously."
"Spent much of this afternoon playing with a small child and her nativity set. Present at the Virgin Birth, I learned, in addition to a mummy a daddy and a baby, were some cattle, three wise men (one of whom was, I was confidently informed, carrying chicken salad back from the shops), a one-eyed polystyrene snowman, and Cruella DeVille.
"I had not known this previously."
Open Minded: Bare Naked Ladies
The Smoking Gun: Backstage Pass
"Do we think Barenaked Ladies are open-minded? Sure! Do they get what they ask for backstage? Absolutely!!!! If they ask, would we join them for some single malt scotch? You bet!!!!!!! (1 page)"
"Do we think Barenaked Ladies are open-minded? Sure! Do they get what they ask for backstage? Absolutely!!!! If they ask, would we join them for some single malt scotch? You bet!!!!!!! (1 page)"
U2: Guiness In A Bottle?
The Smoking Gun: Backstage Pass
"U2 once demanded Guinness in bottles and not on tap? Well, so much for the beatification of Bono. (1 page)"
"U2 once demanded Guinness in bottles and not on tap? Well, so much for the beatification of Bono. (1 page)"
The Bowels of NIN?
The Smoking Gun: Backstage Pass
"While possibly a typo, might freaky Trent Reznor & Co. actually enjoy some bowels pre-show? Also, who knew that industrial/goth rockers like NIN were part of that pernicious juicing cult? And as for those boxes of corn starch, well, we're not sure why they are so 'VERY IMPORTANT!' (2 pages)"
"While possibly a typo, might freaky Trent Reznor & Co. actually enjoy some bowels pre-show? Also, who knew that industrial/goth rockers like NIN were part of that pernicious juicing cult? And as for those boxes of corn starch, well, we're not sure why they are so 'VERY IMPORTANT!' (2 pages)"
Moby: Boxers?
The Smoking Gun: Backstage Pass
"Sorry, but Moby has long creeped TSG out (perhaps it is his resemblance to Ray Walston). Though now that we've learned he has concert promoters buy his underwear, we have a new appreciation for the guy. (1 page) "
"Sorry, but Moby has long creeped TSG out (perhaps it is his resemblance to Ray Walston). Though now that we've learned he has concert promoters buy his underwear, we have a new appreciation for the guy. (1 page) "
Old School HERO materials...
Here's an archive of files for HERO system. This archive is from the BBS days of the "internet" but it has some interesting campaign stuff, including Scott Bennie's Gestalt Earth stuff. A great setting and some cool ideas for super-hero gaming. Its really a pity that it never got published like it was supposed to.
Red October: Hero Roleplaying: Files
Red October: Hero Roleplaying: Files
Monday, December 22, 2003
Warren Zevon Special to Come Out on DVD
Warren Zevon Special to Come Out on DVD
"LOS ANGELES - The story of Warren Zevon's last album will expand when it hits DVD in March.
"A VH1 special about the making of 'The Wind' that aired in August will be released by Artemis Records on DVD with extra footage, Jordan Zevon, Warren Zevon's son, told The Associated Press on Monday."
"LOS ANGELES - The story of Warren Zevon's last album will expand when it hits DVD in March.
"A VH1 special about the making of 'The Wind' that aired in August will be released by Artemis Records on DVD with extra footage, Jordan Zevon, Warren Zevon's son, told The Associated Press on Monday."
Cat Rides 150 Miles in Car's Engine, OK
I can see a cat of mine doing something this stupid...
Cat Officially Loses One, Perhaps Two, of Nine Lives
"ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. - For Tracker, the car ride from the Kalamazoo area to Rochester Hills was long, and could have cost him a life or two.
"The long-haired gray cat rode unseen in the engine compartment of a female college student's car as she drove home for the holidays. Officials at Pontiac's Michigan Animal Rescue League, the feline's current home, say he probably survived the 150 mile-trip in the Chevrolet Tracker because the woman did not stop."
Cat Officially Loses One, Perhaps Two, of Nine Lives
"ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. - For Tracker, the car ride from the Kalamazoo area to Rochester Hills was long, and could have cost him a life or two.
"The long-haired gray cat rode unseen in the engine compartment of a female college student's car as she drove home for the holidays. Officials at Pontiac's Michigan Animal Rescue League, the feline's current home, say he probably survived the 150 mile-trip in the Chevrolet Tracker because the woman did not stop."
Friday, December 19, 2003
Apple, Reprise to offer blank, collectible LOTR CDs
Now this, this is dorky.
Apple, Reprise to offer blank, collectible LOTR CDs
"Apple and Time Warner's Reprise Records label today will begin marketing blank 'Lord of the Rings'-themed CDs designed for fans to purchase the CD and use it to store a digital copy of the film soundtrack bought online, according to The LA Times: 'As part of the promotion, the label will sell three different blank CDs outfitted with images from Time Warner's 'The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King' film. Apple's iTunes Music Store will offer the recordable CDs, which will sell for $5, exclusively today through Jan. 5....Label executives are pitching the blank CD as a collectible item. Reprise will press 1,000 copies of each of the three discs, and each will be numbered.'"
Apple, Reprise to offer blank, collectible LOTR CDs
"Apple and Time Warner's Reprise Records label today will begin marketing blank 'Lord of the Rings'-themed CDs designed for fans to purchase the CD and use it to store a digital copy of the film soundtrack bought online, according to The LA Times: 'As part of the promotion, the label will sell three different blank CDs outfitted with images from Time Warner's 'The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King' film. Apple's iTunes Music Store will offer the recordable CDs, which will sell for $5, exclusively today through Jan. 5....Label executives are pitching the blank CD as a collectible item. Reprise will press 1,000 copies of each of the three discs, and each will be numbered.'"
Court Rejects Music Industry Subpoenas
It's about damn time...
Court Rejects Music Industry Subpoenas
"The recording industry's effort to curtail online piracy was dealt a significant blow today when a federal appeals court ruled that Internet service providers cannot be compelled to disclose the identities of customers suspected of illegally sharing copyrighted songs."
Court Rejects Music Industry Subpoenas
"The recording industry's effort to curtail online piracy was dealt a significant blow today when a federal appeals court ruled that Internet service providers cannot be compelled to disclose the identities of customers suspected of illegally sharing copyrighted songs."
Gold Rush Games
I've entered the new affliate program for Gold Rush games. If you look to the right, you will see links for some of their products, just click on the links and buy away. Yes, I do get a very small amount for it. Just enough (probably) to buy some of their stuff. Trying to make it self-supporting, I guess. Check it out, I wouldn't huck the stuff if I didnt' like it.
Thursday, December 18, 2003
Callgirl of Cthulhu
I am faintly disturbed by this.
Callgirl of Cthulhu
"This piece was inspired by H.P. Lovecraft with an extra healthy dose of squid and crab thrown in for good measure. She is painted with an iridescent 3 tone paint job, with clear urethane tentacles and spines. "
Callgirl of Cthulhu
"This piece was inspired by H.P. Lovecraft with an extra healthy dose of squid and crab thrown in for good measure. She is painted with an iridescent 3 tone paint job, with clear urethane tentacles and spines. "
Wizard Entertainment
I can't decide if this is good or bad.
Wizard Entertainment
"X MARKS THE SPOT FOR JLA
"Claremont and Byrne to collaborate on six-issue JLA tale for DC"
StrataCafe
StrataCafe: "Name: John Byrne
Location: Center of the Universe
Self Description:
God Among Men
Full-Time Job:
Evil Genius
Hobbies:
Writing and drawing comics."
Wednesday, December 17, 2003
Kitty Yo - Mp3 for your listening pleasure
I found this site because they put our Peaches' CDs....among others. A very ecclectic and interesting looking label.
swens blog
Tuesday, December 16, 2003
What Is Under The Red Box?
The Smoking Gun: Contest: "All you have to do is examine the following document and guess what we've hidden beneath the red box. "
When Indie Rockers Rumble
Yahoo! News - White Stripes, Von Bondies Singers Rumble:
"The fight between Jack White of the White Stripes and Jason Stollsteimer of the Von Bondies broke out Saturday night at the Majestic Theatre Center, police said.
"Stollsteimer, 25, told police that White punched him seven times in the face. Police said Stollsteimer's right eye was bruised and swollen, and he was bleeding from his nose. He was treated and released from a Detroit hospital."
Tuesday, December 09, 2003
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